President Higgins gets gift of new life in memory of his late dog

President Micheal D. Higgins has been gifted with a special tribute in memory of his late dog, Bród, who passed away last year.

On Wednesday, February 7, President Higgins hosted the Irish Seed Savers Association at Áras an Uachtaráin.

During the visit, the environmental group presented President Higgins and Sabina Higgins with a Lough Key Crab tree, which will be planted at Áras an Uachtaráin in memory of their beloved Bernese Mountain Dog, Bród.

Bród passed away in April 2023 at the age of 11. He had been a cherished member of the Higgins family since arriving as an eight-week-old puppy at the Áras.

Over the years, Bród brought joy to the thousands of visitors who had the pleasure of meeting him during their visits to Áras an Uachtaráin.

The Irish Seed Savers Association, established in 1991, stands as an environmental organisation and is committed to safeguarding food crop biodiversity for present and future generations. The organisation also focuses on educating the public in the sustainable and ethical use of our natural resources.

President Higgins expressed his gratitude for the meaningful gesture from the Irish Seed Savers Association, emphasising the importance of preserving Ireland's agricultural heritage.

The planting of the Lough Key Crab tree at Áras an Uachtaráin serves as a 'poignant' tribute to Bród and contributes to the protection of Ireland’s apple tree heritage.